#003278 Hex Color
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Dark navy blue with a cold, dim edge. #003278 works as a dominant base in finance, security, and corporate design, where its depth reads as trust and authority. White text hits about 12.2:1 contrast on it, so small copy stays readable. It pairs richer with burgundy than the usual camel or gray.
Questions about #003278
What is #003278 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #003278 is rgb(0, 50, 120), in HSL hsl(215, 100%, 24%) and in CMYK 100%, 58%, 0%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #003278?
Burgundy, warm gold, and soft cream all flatter #003278. Burgundy adds richness, while gold and cream give it lift without washing out its dark, cool base.
Is #003278 readable on white or black?
#003278 has a 12.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.72:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.